In Florida (USA), a unique McDonald's fast food restaurant has appeared, which receives all its energy
How it works
The total area of the establishment is 745 square meters,there is a kitchen, a drive-thru cafe, a dining area, an order pick-up area, a covered terrace, etc. A large number of solar panels are installed on the roof, which are capable of producing 704.7 thousand kWh per year. This is completely enough for all the needs of the restaurant, so it works autonomously.
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In addition, special window blinds openand close automatically, ensuring the influx of cool air and the outflow of warm air. As a result, most of the time the rooms use natural ventilation instead of air conditioning.
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The outside walls are covered with living plants thatpurify the air and retain water. The parking lot lights are also powered by solar panels. There are even stationary bicycles that customers can use to operate the signature golden arch lighting.
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This restaurant will become a training center that will help the company test new solutions in the future to reduce water and energy costs.
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